2005 Smart ForFour vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Smart ForFour is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Smart ForFour (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 15 kg more than 2005 Smart ForFour.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Smart ForFour (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Smart ForFour | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForFour | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
